Are you a Medical Assistant looking to take your career to the next level? UPMC is hiring a Full-Time, Medical Assistant, Senior to support the Spine Care Center. Join our busy orthopedic spine practice and gain immersive clinical exposure alongside a dedicated spine surgeon. This is a unique opportunity to grow in a supportive, educational environment with: + One-on-one mentorship from a spine surgeon + Opportunities to participate in research and academic development + A team that values your growth and career goals Whether you're preparing for PA, NP, or medical school—or simply want to deepen your clinical skills—this role offers a launchpad for your future. Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:30am to 5:00pm Weekly travel between offices in Mechanicsburg and Lewisberry is required. $1500.00 Sign-On Bonus for eligible new hires! The salary range for this position is between $18.49-$28.39/hour. Job title and salary will be based on qualifications and career ladder requirements. **Responsibilities:** + Guides workflow and/or assigns tasks to other clinical staff. + Mentors, orients and provides ongoing training to current and new staff members. + Send/receive patient medical records in accordance with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and other state and federal regulations. + Coordinate imaging and diagnostic test orders. + Verify insurance coverage and patient demographics. + Assist with daily clinical operations, including patient intake, rooming and documentation. + Clean exam/procedure rooms, instruments and equipment between patient visits to maintain infection control. + Work closely with the surgeon, nurses and office staff to support efficient patient flow. + Assist patients as needed with walking, transfers, dressing, collecting specimens, preparing for exam, etc. + Collect patient information/history, taking vitals, performing screenings per provider guidelines. + Participate in patient communication and follow-up care. + Answering calls and providing pertinent information including patient education as directed. + Under the direction and supervision of a physician, administer injectable medication. + Perform clinic procedures according to policy and procedure. + Comply with requirements of appropriate regulatory agencies (i.e., OSHA, CLIA, PA Department of Health). + Other front office responsibilities, as required. **Medical Assistant, Senior:** + High school diploma or equivalent is required. + Successful completion of Medical Assistant Program or equivalent hospital program (LPN/RN/EMT) + OR successful completion of certification examination (AMT, AAMA, NAHP, NCCT or NHA) + OR at least 1-year prior patient care experience required. + Must be responsible and demonstrate proficiency in three practice category specific tasks + Must have basic computer skills and knowledge of medical terminology, examination diagnostic and treatment room responsibilities. + Prior clinical or research experience is helpful but not required. **Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:** CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire Clearances must be dated within 90 days + Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) + Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal + Act 33 with renewal + Act 34 with renewal + Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal **UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran**